Honest Art Podcast with Jodie King

Episode 149: 22 Years As An Artist: What I'll Never Do Again

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

22 years as an artist taught me this: what you stop doing matters just as much as what you start.  There is no shortcut to building a sustainable art...

Episode 148: Longevity for Artists: The Science of Staying Creative, Sharp & Energized with Alan Graves [DoNotAge.org]

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you don't have energy, you don't have art. Let's talk about how to stay sharp, creative, and energized as you age. Here's something most artists do...

Episode 147: How Artists Get Into Galleries: Insider Tips with Art Advisor Logan Dix

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Getting gallery representation isn't about talent alone. This episode covers what galleries are actually looking for. I'm sitting down with art adviso...

Episode 146: The #1 Painting Mistake: Choosing Color Over Value

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If your paintings feel flat, it's not your color. It's your values. And this mistake is keeping your art stuck. Let's have a little heart-to-heart, ar...

Episode 145: How Your Mindset Impacts Art Pricing: One-On-One Coaching with Jennifer Cupp

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Art pricing isn't just math. It's mindset. Listen to a real coaching session that will help you charge more without spiraling. In this episode, I'm do...

Episode 144: What to Track in Your Art Business (And What to Forget About)

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to sell more art, stop tracking likes and start tracking the leading indicators that actually create consistent sales. In this episode, I'...

Episode 143: Finished Your Painting? Vital Next Steps Most Artists Forget To Do

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Finished your painting and wondering, "now what?" These next steps protect it, professionalize it, and help you actually sell it. So many artists stop...

Episode 142: How Artist's Style Can Evolve Without Losing Their Audience

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you are afraid to change your art style because you might lose collectors, this episode will set you free. After 22 years as a professional artist,...

Episode 141: Design Your Art Career Around Your Energy (Not Hustle)

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you love making art, but worry that building an art career will burn you out, this episode is for you. Hustle culture is built on productivity and ...

Episode 140: Finish Your Painting With Confidence: 15 Actionable Steps to Push Through The Fuglies

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stuck mid-painting and convinced you ruined it? You didn't. You're just in the fuglies. In this episode, Jodie shares a 15-step checklist she uses to ...

Episode 139: How Artists Can Outsource to 3x Their Revenue

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to sell more art, you may need to hire freelancers before you feel ready. Trying to do everything yourself might feel responsible, but it'...

Episode 138: How to Make Your Art Career Dreams a Reality with Jodie Gear

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most artists quit in the messy middle before they can build their art career. Jodie Gear didn't. She built House of Gear by taking action before she f...

Episode 137: Art Fair Application Secrets Every Artist Should Know

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Art fairs can completely change the trajectory of your art career, but most artists apply in a way that lowers their chances before a juror even looks...

Episode 136: Start a Painting with Me in My Art Studio

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a painting is the hardest part. It can feel overwhelming, especially after time away from your studio. In this episode, I'll take you inside ...

Episode 135: From Art to Life: Lesson Learned in 2025

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2025 was messy, magical, and full of lessons. I'm sharing the truth about worth, fear, joy, and everything in between.  In fact, if 2025 had a theme,...

Episode 134: The Art Licensing Playbook with Cat Coquillette

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think your art isn't licensable? Wrong. Cat Coquillette is here to shatter every myth holding you back from royalties, confidence, and freedom. In fac...

Episode 133: Ask Me Anything: Your Burning Questions, Answered (Part 6)

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Galleries, pricing, and painting meltdowns … I'm answering all of your juiciest art questions in this season's Ask Me Anything. No fluff, no filters...

Episode 132: 5 Reasons You Shouldn't Start with the End Results in Mind

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you're trying to control your art, you're cutting off the magic. In this episode of The Honest Art® Podcast, I'm calling out the sneaky habit that...

Episode 131: The Honest Truth About Gallery Representation

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Every artist dreams of gallery representation … until they learn the truth about what really happens behind those white walls.  In this episode, I'...

Episode 130: When Woo Meets Real Life: Spiritual Practices for Artists

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when spirituality meets real life for an artist? These 4 grounded tools and spiritual practices can help you make better art and feel mor...

Episode 129: The Truth About AI & Art: What Artists Should Know

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI isn't replacing artists. It's reshaping the game. Jodie reveals how to use AI as your assistant, not your competition.  In this episode of The Hon...

Episode 128: From Streets to Studio: How David Dominguez Turned His Art into a New Life

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if one drawing could change your life? Artist David Dominguez shares how art brought him hope, courage, and purpose through creativity and how he...

Episode 127: Why This Painting Pissed People Off (And Why I'd Do It Again)

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I lost hundreds of followers when I posted this painting. Here's why I'd do it again … and why controversy can be powerful. In this raw episode of t...

Episode 126: From Scrolls to Sales: Attracting Real Art Collectors on Instagram

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scared of "being cringe" on social media? Here's how to sell art on Instagram and attract real collectors.  Most artists avoid Instagram because they...

Episode 125: Stop Copying. Start Creating: Reference vs Imagination

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Copying your reference photos line-for-line is boring AF. Here's how to use them without losing your voice.  Many artists start with reference photos...

Episode 124: Avoid My Mistakes: 7 Art Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I didn't go to art school, and I learned a LOT the hard way. When I picked up a paintbrush at 35, I had no training, no YouTube tutorials, and no clue...

Episode 123: What to Do with Abandoned Canvases

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Got a graveyard of abandoned canvases in your art studio? You're not alone. Every artist has a pile of half-finished or fugly paintings collecting dus...

Episode 122: 8 Must-Haves for Artist Websites

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think you need a perfect website to sell your art? Total BS. Here's what actually matters (and what to skip). I've worked with countless artists who s...

Episode 121: Why Artists Must Connect to Their Art, Not Just the Process

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If all you can say about your art is how you made it, you're missing the point. Process isn't connection. And connection is everything.  Too many art...

Episode 120: The Healing Power of Art Workshops with Returning Guest, Becky Joan Springer

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when an artist transforms her deepest moments into a thriving community of artists? In this deeply moving episode, returning guest Becky ...

Episode 119: Legal And Financial Topics Every Artist Should Know

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Don't be caught by surprise. This episode of the Honest Art Podcast will equip you with the must-know topics to protect your art, manage your money, a...

Episode 118: From Brain Injury to Artistic Breakthrough: Cheri Carandanis' Story

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After two traumatic brain injuries, everything changed for Cheri Carandanis. She was forced to give up a distinguished 25-year career as a critical ca...

Episode 117: 6 Things I Stopped Doing That Grew My Art Career

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm going to let you in on a secret…my art career took off not by adding more tasks, but by intentionally letting go of a few bad habits. 6 to be pr...

Episode 116: You Can't Fake It: The Power of Artist Identity In a Crowded Art World

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you censoring your art to please others, or shrinking your voice because you think you're "not enough"? In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast,...

Episode 115: Never Too Late: Brenda Sulmonetti's Journey to Becoming an Artist at Any Age

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to ditch the "it's too late" mindset. My guest on this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, former Studio Elite member Brenda Sulmonetti, prov...

Episode 114: What Art Galleries Are Really Looking For in Emerging Artists

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What makes a gallery want to go all in when it comes to representing your art? Listen to this episode to learn the not-so-secrets every emerging artis...

Episode 113: From Hobby to Career: How Artists Go Pro

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Waiting for the moment when you can turn your art hobby into an art career? This episode of the Honest Art Podcast is all about how to know when it's ...

Episode 112: The Art of Transformation: Stacy Solodkin's Inspiring Creative Journey

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited to introduce you to Stacy Solodkin, an abstract artist who embodies authenticity and the power of saying "YES!" to what you love.  Tun...

Episode 111: The Hidden Studio Habits That Sabotage Your Creativity (And What to Do Instead)

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is your creativity losing the battle against life's demands? In this episode, I talk about the uncomfortable truth about why consistency, not talent o...

Episode 110: Benny Bing Talks Artistic Process, Representation, and Finding His Voice in the Art World

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This guest interview is everything I've been waiting to share since 2020. I've been a fan of this artist's work since first glance, and today, I final...

Episode 109: How to Turn Your Why Into Revenue

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Why do you create art?" is a question that stumps many artists, but it's one everyone should know the answer to. Why? Because your WHY is your most p...

Episode 108: An Inside Look At Art Consulting With Amy Sawtelle

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I welcome art consultant Amy Sawtelle to the show for an insider's look at the world of art consulting. Amy and I talk about how consultant...

Episode 107: Art Buying Trends in 2025

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The art market is shifting — do you know what it means for your work? In this episode, I'm digging into some surprising shifts reshaping how art is ...

Episode 106: Ask Me Anything: Your Burning Questions, Answered (Part 5)

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for some honest talk about the artist's journey? In this episode, I'm back to answer more of your questions! From the sting of art show rejectio...

Episode 105: How to Craft an Artist Statement That Drives Sales

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's face it, the words "artist statement" or "bio" are words we artists love to ignore. Working on crafting a statement feels like administrative pu...

Episode 104: Secrets for Maintaining Vitality with Alan Graves of DoNotAge

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why would an art podcast feature an episode about supplements? Because our physical well-being directly impacts our creative output!  In this episode...

Episode 103: The Texture Toolbox: Tips on How to Elevate Your Art with Texture

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Flat art? Not anymore. We're about to add some serious dimension!  In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I dive into how texture can elevate you...

Episode 102: From Auditions to Ovations: Hamilton Star Morgan Anita Wood's Path To Broadway

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For anyone who's ever wondered if their dream is too big — or if they have what it takes to get there — this week's episode will encourage you to ...

Episode 101: The Need For Speed: How Speed Painting Can Enhance Your Art

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As a professional artist for over 21 years, I get it – you want that loose, expressive style, but your paintings end up feeling stiff. I'll let you ...

Episode 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes: Lessons From an Unlikely Podcaster

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We've hit our 100th episode! And to celebrate, I'm reflecting on the biggest lessons I've learned from being an unlikely podcaster. Despite the challe...

Episode 99: The Power of Art Mentorship

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It took me years to find my artistic voice and achieve success, but I know it would have taken me a whole lot longer if I hadn't invested in mentorshi...

Episode 98: 20+ Steps on How to Host Your Own Art Show

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Being an artist and waiting for opportunities can feel a lot like being a middle schooler, awkwardly waiting in the gymnasium, hoping to be chosen for...

Episode 97: Embracing Sculpture and Assemblage with Maggie Stephens

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The world needs more of Maggie Stephens' joyful perspective on art and creativity — and it's why I am SO excited to have her on the show. Maggie is ...

Episode 96: The Power of Negative Space in Your Art

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When starting out, many artists (myself included), struggle to understand how to elevate their work. They often wonder if they need to add more or cha...

Episode 95: Unleashing Your Inner Rebel: 10 Tips to Owning Your Voice

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many artists wonder how to be more free with their art, but the answer isn't a single step — it's a way of life. When you are free, you start listen...

Episode 94: From Art to Life: Lessons Learned in 2024

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2024 — the year of self-worth. As the year comes to a close, I'm reflecting on all the growth, lessons, and beautiful moments that shaped 2024. From...

Episode 93: Healing Through Soul-Centered Art with Margie Woods

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode has a very special guest!  Meet Margie Woods — a soul-centered artist who I've brought in to talk more about how art helps us ...

Episode 92: Donating Your Art? Here's What Every Artist Should Know

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As an artist, you'll eventually face donation requests to have your art auctioned off for a good cause. And while it is an absolute honor, how do you ...

Episode 91: Gallery Standards for Wiring & Hanging Your Art

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trying to get your work into galleries? You need to know how to properly wire and hang your art first! In this episode, we're talking about the nitty-...

Episode 90: Color Values & Your Art: The One Thing You Need to Elevate Your Work

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to creating honest art, color values are EVERYTHING. They set the mood, build depth, and create that undeniable connection in a piece. ...

Episode 89: Emerging Artist Caleigh Parsons' Artist Journey and Growth

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Think it's too late to pursue your art career? Think again. In this episode, I'm talking to Caleigh Parsons, an artist who started painting in her 40s...

Episode 88: Ask Me Anything: Your Burning Questions, Answered (Part 4)

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another "Ask Me Anything" episode! I'm answering listener questions with my raw, honest opinion on all things art, and your career as an...

Episode 87: How Imposter Syndrome is Holding You Back as an Artist (& What to do About it)

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The number one thing holding you back in your art? Self-doubt. That feeling of not-enoughness. That wondering if you're even a real artist because you...

Episode 86: Menopause and Creativity: How It Affected My Art and Life

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm getting EXTRA honest in this episode of the Honest Art Podcast. We're talking menopause — more specifically, my personal experience with it and ...

Episode 85: Your Style Will Evolve as an Artist — And That's Okay!

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From Picasso to Beyoncé, there's a laundry list of artists who have changed their style and still found success (myself included!). There's no need t...

Episode 84: How Artists Can Let Go of Perfection and Play More With Nina Berenato

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck in a cycle of perfectionism? Does making art feel like more pressure than play?  In this episode of The Honest Art Podcast, Nina Berena...

Episode 83: Pro Tips for Titling Your Artwork

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever stared at a finished piece, proud of your work, knowing you gave it your all…only to feel completely stuck when it comes to giving it a title? ...

Episode 82: How to Choose Your Color Palette as an Artist

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Color is strategic, not just creative. And it has the power to take your work from ordinary to extraordinary. In this episode, we'll look at how to us...

Episode 81: How A Professional Photoshoot Can Benefit Your Business with Alicia Leigh Rios

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are brand photos great for an artist? You bet. Don't believe me? I've brought on my own brand photographer, Alicia Leigh Rios, to help me out! Alicia ...

Episode 80: Why Even Introverts Need an Art Community

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I used to think that because I was introverted, there was no reason to have an art community. I already had the support of friends and family — wasn...

Episode 79: Alternatives for Selling Your Art Other Than Instagram

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I probably don't have to tell you this, but…social media isn't giving you the full story.  It's really easy to play the comparison game when you se...

Episode 78: Lighten Up! Here's How to Make Your Art Fun Again

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As adults, we've lost our playful spark. It's been buried under expectations, self-doubt, and the pressure to create. But it's time to bring the fun b...

Episode 77: How Your Art Validates the Human Experience

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Art validates the human experience. Whether you believe it or not, so does your work (yes, even if you're just painting for fun!).  Every piece has a...

Episode 76: The Life Changing Effects of An Artist Committing With Jodie Gear

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when an artist takes a leap of faith and decides to commit to the process? If you tune into this week's episode of the Honest Art Podcast...

Episode 75: How to Talk About Your Art

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about your art — why is it always SO difficult? Can't you just tell people that the piece is what it is, and leave them to admire what they ...

Episode 74: Level Up Your Art With Glazes, Varnishes, & Fixatives

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling like your work is missing that special "something?" Put down the paints and brushes — you're going to want to listen to this episode before ...

Episode 73: The Importance of Connecting With Other Artists, Ft. Studio Elite Members

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Being an artist is vulnerable work. Slinging paint away in the studio for hours on end, trying to pull what's in your mind out onto the canvas… It c...

Episode 72: The Shocking Impact of Art and Mental Health

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I didn't start painting because of its mental health benefits. However, it's been an incredible benefit to my life. From the first painting I finished...

Episode 71: Is Your Art Ready to Sell?

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You may be ready to sell your art…but is your art ready to be sold?  It's easy for artists to get caught up in the magic of creating our best work,...

Episode 70: How Artists Can Get Noticed In The Media with PR Expert Nina Sadauskas

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how you can get your fine art in front of more people? I've brought on my publicist, Nina Sadauskas, to impart some of her PR wisdom to ...

Episode 69: Best of: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells!)

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I get it, pricing your art is an uncomfortable topic for a lot of artists.  You're worried people won't buy the higher, but fair, price, so you lowba...

Episode 68: How Copywriting Can Increase Art Sales With Latasha Doyle

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Artists need good copywriting. But just because it's business doesn't mean it has to be boring.  To prove it, I've brought in another one of my team ...

Episode 67: Fight Me! Yes, An Artist Needs An Email List With Yasmine Kashefi

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are your thoughts on marketing yourself as an artist?  If your first reaction was a staunch "No thanks," listen up. You NEED to do it, especiall...

Episode 66: Ask Me Anything: Your Burning Questions, Answered (Part 3)

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Check out a fresh, new installment of "Ask Me Anything," where I answer listener questions with my raw, honest opinion on all things art and business....

Episode 65: Mark Making: Your Artist Signature

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Like forging your mom's signature on your report card, your artist's signature cannot be copied or replicated. It may look great to you, but others ca...

Episode 64: Size Matters: 6+ Tips To Adjust Going Up or Down In Canvas Size

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Size matters…with your art.  So many artists think that just because they have a little skin in the game, they also need to size up their work. But...

Episode 63: How Artists Can Reignite Their Creativity and Find Their Spark Again

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling uninspired? Find yourself comparing your work to others? Does art feel more like a chore than your lifeblood? Well, y'all…those are tell-tel...

Episode 62: Elevate Your Representational Art With These Tips

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode goes out to all the representational artists out there. Whether you paint chickens, cows, cars, or flowers, I hate to break it to you, bu...

Episode 61: How to Host a Group Art Exhibition with Stephanie Moore, Ana Stapleton, and Jodie King

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to see what happens when you combine fun, creativity, and friends? That's what I'm getting into on this episode of the Honest Art Podcast.  On ...

Episode 60: How to Become Your Future Self

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I'm challenging the notion that, in order to be happy, we have to have the things we want. Instead, what if we focused on being the p...

Episode 59: How to Host Your Own Art Workshop

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking it's time to break into the teaching side of art? Workshops are the perfect way to get your feet wet and see what it's all about. And in this...

Episode 58: My Best Tips for Creating Abstract Art

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean when a piece of art "has it"? When you hear people say, "I get it"? To someone who doesn't understand abstract art, it can feel like...

Episode 57: Do You Fear Failing With Your Art? Or Do You Fear Success?

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What's keeping you stuck? Is it your fear of failure? Or your fear of success?  Or maybe — and hear me out on this one — it's the fear of somethi...

Episode 56: How Art Helps Us Heal

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When I first picked up the paintbrush, I had no idea how much art would one day impact my life. At first, painting was just a fun hobby, a way to add ...

Episode 55: Evolving as an Artist with Warwick Saint

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You're in for a treat with this episode, because I'm joined by the amazingly talented Warwick Saint, award-winning photographer, painter, and mixed me...

Episode 54: How to Save Money on Art Supplies

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm a big believer in doing things with intention, and that includes the art supplies I buy. I know all too well how easy is to drop big money on art ...

Episode 53: 10 Common Abstract Art Mistakes to Avoid

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's nothing quick and easy about abstract expressionist art.  We MUST avoid falling into the trap of thinking that our most honest art can come i...

Episode 52: How to Find Your Unique Style as an Artist

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you think makes your work unique as an artist? Is it the style you paint in, like abstract work or oil pastel paintings? Or is it something mu...

Episode 51: Why Your Art Social Media Account Isn't Growing

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time we stop making excuses, y'all. You're not stalled out on social media for your art because you're too old, too inexperienced, or even becaus...

Episode 50: How Art Helped Me Find My Voice: My Personal Journey

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Honest Art" is a phrase I use often. What started out as a simple hashtag is now the motto for my business and my life.  But after almost two season...